Islam Makhachev reveals his game plan for Ian Machado Garry at UFC 330: ‘I have to follow him, he runs too much’

Islam Makhachev, the reigning UFC welterweight champion, is preparing for his first title defense against Ian Machado Garry at UFC 330 on August 15. Makhachev has relocated to New Jersey for final training camp preparations and has outlined his game plan, acknowledging that Garry tends to move a lot and that he will need to pursue him aggressively. The Dagestani fighter expressed confidence heading into the bout despite Garry reportedly receiving advice from one of Makhachev's past opponents.